As a home-based Independent Travel Agent you will have the ability to plan, quote, and reserve all aspects of travel for your clients including flights, hotels, cruises, car rentals, resorts, travel insurance, shore excusions, and more. Want to learn more about becoming a home-based travel agent before applying? View our Travel Agent site.

Professional Liability Insurance is required for all travel agents operating within the US

• You will be protected under a Professional Liability policy for $1,000,000 in coverage.
• Includes your own professional travel agent website with hosting.
• You will be covered by our CLIA & IATA licenses when booking travel with suppliers.
• Includes all membership dues and affiliations.
• Agents have access to ongoing training, webinars, and continuing education credits.
• Agents immediately receive top-tier commission levels with travel suppliers.

Similar to Real Estate Agents, Travel Agents are required to be certified, licensed, and insured prior to selling travel (we'll take care of all this during your training). Independent Travel Agents are required to cover their licensing and insurance expense on a fee-reduced monthly basis.

The licensing bureau charges a one-time license application fee of $149. The only reoccurring expense is a nominal monthly fee of $39.00 to cover your licensing, certifications, web site, and most importantly your Errors & Omissions insurance policy.

I authorize Consider it Booked to conduct any necessary background, credit, reference, and/or employment verification checks. Independant Contractors are responsible for reporting all income and expenses under Revenue Canada's guidelines for Independent Contractors. IC's receive an annual 1099.